The picture is of Satvik Sadan zoomed in, while the scrollover was taken from distance
Satvik Sadan - location
Satvik Sadan, an ideal authentic vedic retreat in Himalayas at 4,700 feet height above sea level just outside the lake town of Bhimtal. Built on part of the legendary Chyawan Rishi Ashram, the Retreatoffers stunning panoramic views including the mountains of Karkotak to the North, the ancient Gargi River in the south, and the majestic pyramid mount Haidakhand Kailash in the east. revered as one of the holiest places in India.
Bhimtal, the gateway to Kumaon, situated at a height of 1470 mtrs is only 270 kms.from Delhi and 22 kms from Nainital; making it an ideal place for a rejuvenating vacation. The temperature is just 2*C higher than Nainital as the height difference is app. 330 mtrs.
Bhimtal, and its vicinity, have many scenic spots, besides being in the proximity of the famous tourist towns of Kumaon and spiritual centers of renowned saints.
Shown view en route from Kathgodam railway station-19kms from Satvik Sadan
How to reach: Bhimtal.
By train:
Bhimtal is 19 kilometers from Kathgodam railway station.
Kathgodam is eight hours of train run from Sarai Rohella in Old Delhi. There is a choice of two trains.
Night train, Ranikhet Express, which leaves Delhi at 10.50 p.m. to reach Kathgodam at 6.15 a.m. next morning. For return departure time is 8.40 p.m. from Kathgodam to reach Delhi by 4.30 a.m..
The day train, Sampark Kranti, leaves Delhi at 3.30 p.m. to reach Kathgodam by 10.30 p.m. the same night. For return departure time is 8.50 a.m. from Kathgodam to reach Delhi by 4.00 p.m.
By road:
Alternately one can drive from Delhi directly in about seven hours covering a distance of app. 300 kilometers.
